Lice is an American hip-hop duo consisting of rappers Aesop Rock and Homeboy Sandman. Formed in 2015, the pair have released a series of collaborative extended plays under the Lice name, frequently distributed as free digital downloads.[1]
Lice | |
|---|---|
| Origin | United States |
| Genres | Hip-hop |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Label | Self-released |
| Members | Aesop Rock Homeboy Sandman |
Background
editAesop Rock and Homeboy Sandman began collaborating in 2015. Their first joint EP, Lice, was released that year as a free digital download.[1]
Reception
editReviewers noted the chemistry between the two rappers and their contrasting lyrical styles.[2][3] Pitchfork described the collaboration as pairing Aesop Rock's dense and abstract lyricism with Homeboy Sandman's more conversational delivery.[2] Coverage in Stereogum highlighted the duo's creative chemistry and collaborative dynamic.[4] A 2016 Spin column later highlighted the collaboration as part of a roundup of notable but overlooked releases.[5]
Discography
editReferences
edit- 1 2 3 Minsker, Evan (November 30, 2015). "Aesop Rock and Homeboy Sandman Share Lice". Pitchfork. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- 1 2 Hart, Ron (January 4, 2016). "Aesop Rock / Homeboy Sandman: Lice EP". Pitchfork. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ Weiss, Jeff (November 30, 2015). "So Strange Here: Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman's Lice EP". Passion of the Weiss. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- 1 2 Breihan, Tom (January 8, 2021). "Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman Share MF DOOM Tribute "Ask Anyone"". Stereogum. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ "Overlooked: Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman, Laurel Halo, Fleur East, Kid Ink, Lord Raja, Jeffrey Lewis, El Ten Eleven". Spin. January 2016. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ Pearce, Sheldon (September 29, 2016). "Aesop Rock and Homeboy Sandman Share New EP Lice 2: Still Buggin': Listen". Pitchfork. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ "Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman – Triple Fat Lice". RapReviews. August 2017. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ Breihan, Tom (March 10, 2026). "Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman Release New EP Miami Lice: Season Four". Stereogum. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ "Listen to Aesop Rock & Homeboy Sandman's MF DOOM tribute "Ask Anyone"". BrooklynVegan. Retrieved 11 March 2026.
- ↑ Entertainment, Rhymesayers. "NEW MUSIC - Lice (Aesop Rock and Homeboy Sandman) "Catfish"". Rhymesayers Entertainment. Retrieved 2026-03-12.